The name comes from Norse mythology character of the same name. The character was created by fictional writer Stan Lee, scripter Larry Leiber and penciller Jack Kirby.

In 1949, Loki made his first appearance in Marvel Comics Timely Comics’ publications, depicted as a member of Olympian gods exiled from the underworld. His image resembles that of the devil. He planned to spread hatred and convinced Jupiter to let Loiki enter the world as Venus had pledged itself to stop Loki from his evil plans.

In 1962 brothers and co-writers Stan Lee and Larry Lieber reintroduced Loki in Marvel Comics Journey into Mystery #85, the character was redesigned by jack Kirby.

In the year 2009, IGN ranked Loki as 8th greatest comic supervillian of all times.